Clinical Nutrition for Fertility in Ottawa and Ontario

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Clinical nutrition for fertility is the strategic use of evidence informed nutrients and natural health products in forms and doses that are not always achievable through food alone. When selected carefully, clinical nutrition can support reproductive health by addressing nutrient status, oxidative stress, inflammation, metabolic health, hormone signalling, and key aspects of egg and sperm function.

If you are searching for fertility supplements in Ottawa, an IVF supplement plan, or guidance on what to take before trying to conceive, the most important starting point is personalization. Many products commonly promoted can often be lower than there therapeutic dose used in clinical trials, poorly absorbed formulations, or not a fit for your diagnosis of particular medical history, medications, or fertility timeline. More is not always better, and safety matters, especially when pregnancy is possible.

At our clinic we provide personalized clinical nutrition support in person in Ottawa and through secure virtual care for patients across Ontario.

Fertility Nutrition at a Glance

What is personalized clinical nutrition for fertility?
A personalized fertility supplement plan and nutrition strategy built around your goals, health history, and fertility treatment timeline.

Who it is for?
For those trying to conceive naturally, preparing for IVF or IUI. As well as this trying to conceive while struggling with PCOS, endometriosis, low ovarian reserve, sperm factor fertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, or unexplained infertility.

When to start?
Ideally 8 to 12 weeks before an IVF cycle, embryo transfer, IUI, or active trying, and possibly longer depending on your situation.

What is included?
A clinical review of your history and previous testing, a practical plan covering supplements, dietary strategy whenever applicable, and timing with your treatment plan.

How to book?
Use the Book Now button on this page. Virtual appointments are available across Ontario.

Who can Benefit from Clinical Nutrition for Fertility?

Consulting about clinical nutrition for fertility may be a good fit if you are:

Trying to conceive naturally and want a clear plan for fertility supplements and nutrition
Preparing for IVF or IUI and want an evidence informed supplement plan aligned with your clinic timeline
Concerned about egg quality, low ovarian reserve, or age related fertility considerations
Navigating PCOS, irregular cycles, insulin resistance, or ovulatory dysfunction
Managing endometriosis, inflammation, pelvic pain, or suspected endometriosis
Working through recurrent pregnancy loss or implantation challenges
Addressing sperm factor fertility, including sperm concentration, motility, morphology, or DNA integrity
Feeling overwhelmed by online advice and want a safe, targeted, and realistic approach with the appropriate medical guidance

What clinical nutrition support can include:

Your plan may include a combination of the following, based on your history and timing:

Micronutrient foundations
This may include a prenatal foundation, vitamin D, iron support when appropriate, choline, iodine when appropriate, B vitamins, omega 3 fats and personalized micronutrient strategy to support egg quality or sperm health.

Targeted fertility nutraceuticals
When clinically appropriate, we may consider specific nutrients using an evidence-informed approach for fertility care, such as antioxidant and mitochondrial supports used for egg quality and sperm quality. Selection and dosing depend on your diagnosis, labs, medications, and fertility timeline.

Metabolic support when relevant
For patients with PCOS, insulin resistance, or weight related barriers to ovulation, clinical nutrition may focus on metabolic foundations and cycle regulation support.

Digestive and absorption support when relevant
If digestion, absorption, or food tolerance is limiting nutrient status, we may include strategies to improve nutrient uptake.

Food first strategy
Clinical nutrition works best when paired with a practical nutrition plan. If feasible, we implement a food first approach, and build the supplement plan around your diet and preferences so it is more comprehensive and personalized.

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Clinical nutrition for IVF and IUI preparation

If you are preparing for IVF or IUI, supplement timing matters. Many fertility related nutrition interventions are most meaningful when used consistently for at least 8 to 12 weeks. Some situations benefit from a longer runway, especially when there are metabolic factors, inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, or sperm DNA fragmentation concerns.

Sperm development takes approximately three months, which is why male fertility support is often planned well in advance of an IVF cycle or insemination.

If you are currently under the care of a fertility clinic, your plan can be aligned with your protocol timing, retrieval, transfer planning, or insemination window.

Clinical nutrition for egg quality and sperm quality

Many patients search for egg quality supplements or sperm quality supplements because they want to improve the environment for conception. Certain nutraceuticals have evidence suggesting potential benefits through antioxidant activity, mitochondrial function, and metabolic support. However, the best results come from choosing the right tools for the right person, at appropriate dosing, for an appropriate duration guided by appropriate tests when applicable.

This is also where product quality matters. Clinical grade selection, absorption forms, and simple, consistent protocols often outperform complicated supplement stacks.

Safety, quality, and pregnancy considerations

Not every supplement is appropriate for every person. The right plan depends on:

Diagnosis and timeline
Examples include PCOS, endometriosis, thyroid conditions, recurrent pregnancy loss, low ovarian reserve, unexplained infertility, or sperm factor fertility.

Medication interactions and medical history
This is especially important if you are using thyroid medication, anticoagulants, aspirin, metformin, antidepressants, or hormone therapies.

Pregnancy safety and timing
Some nutrients are appropriate during pregnancy and others should be adjusted, paused, or changed once you have a positive test.

Quality and dosing
Over the counter products vary widely. Professional guidance reduces guesswork around dosing, absorption, and duration.

Clinical nutrition is supportive care and does not replace medical diagnosis or fertility treatment. Outcomes cannot be guaranteed, and the goal is always to use what is most likely to help, avoid what is unnecessary, and prioritize both safety and efficacy.

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What to expect in your visit

Your visit focuses on clarity, personalization, and practicality.

We review:

Your fertility goals and timeline
Your cycle history, symptoms, and relevant medical history
Prior testing and fertility clinic findings when applicable
Current supplements and medications
Key lifestyle and nutrition factors that influence reproductive outcomes

You receive:

A prioritized supplement plan with clear dosing and timing
A practical nutrition strategy based on your needs and preferences
Guidance on what to continue, what to stop, and what to avoid
Coordination considerations if you are preparing for IVF, IUI, or embryo transfer

Follow up planning:
Many patients benefit from follow ups every 6 to 8 weeks, adjusted to your fertility timeline and treatment schedule.

Frequently asked questions

I eat a healthy diet. Can clinical nutrition still help?

A healthy diet is foundational and is often the starting point. Clinical nutrition uses targeted forms and doses of nutrients that can have therapeutic effects beyond diet alone. Whether you benefit depends on your history, baseline status, and fertility timeline.

Do both partners need supplements?

Often, supporting both partners is helpful, especially when preparing for IVF or when there are sperm quality concerns. Your plan should be individualized rather than assuming one protocol is right for everyone.

How long before IVF or IUI should we start?

Many people start at least 8 to 12 weeks before retrieval, transfer, or insemination. Some situations benefit from longer preparation, especially when metabolic factors, inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, or sperm DNA fragmentation are present.

Can supplements improve egg quality or sperm quality?

Certain nutraceuticals have evidence suggesting they may support aspects of egg and sperm health, often through antioxidant effects and mitochondrial function. The right choice depends on the person. More is not always better, and quality control matters.

Are fertility supplements safe in pregnancy?

Some are appropriate and others should be adjusted or stopped once pregnant. Safety also depends on medications and medical history as well. This is a key reason to avoid random online supplement stacks when pregnancy is possible.

What is the difference between a prenatal and a fertility supplement plan?

A prenatal is a foundation. Many people need more personalization based on lab results, dietary patterns, thyroid status, iron status, vitamin D status, metabolic factors, or IVF preparation needs. Your plan may involve a prenatal plus targeted supports, or selecting a different prenatal that better fits your needs.

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Dr. H. Singh, ND is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor in Ontario who focuses on fertility and reproductive health, supporting patients in Ottawa and across Ontario through in person and secure virtual consultations. He was awarded Naturopath of the Year by Faces Magazine in Ottawa for four consecutive years, 2021 to 2024. He is a member of the OAND and the CAND.